1975 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 673 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Simca 1100 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Simca | Subaru |
Model | 1100 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |